Safecom Mobile and Durabook Forge Powerful Distribution Partnership
Safecom Mobile and Durabook have joined forces, creating a dynamic collaboration that capitalises on their unique strengths. This strategic alliance is positioned to meet the growing demand for rugged tablets and laptops in Southeast Asia, encompassing Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Brunei, Indonesia, and the Philippines. With a strong focus on quality, responsive technical support, and proactive sales services, Durabook’s products are poised for expansion through Safecom Mobile’s expertise.
India Strengthens Naval Presence in South East Asia to Bolster Regional Security
India’s recent naval deployment to Singapore for the “SIMBEX” bilateral combat exercise highlights the nation’s commitment to enhancing military interoperability in Southeast Asia. The participation of two advanced warships, a submarine, and a maritime patrol aircraft underscores India’s role in regional security efforts. This exercise, in its 30th edition, is the longest continuous naval engagement between India and any foreign nation. It encompasses a wide range of combat drills, from air defense exercises to anti-submarine warfare. India’s proactive engagement in the region reflects its concerns over regional stability and its commitment to building strong defense partnerships.
Japan’s Kirin Holdings to Acquire Blackmores Limited for $1.24 Billion
Kirin Holdings Co Ltd of Japan will buy Australia’s Blackmores Ltd for $1.24 billion, operating a natural health business in the Asia-Pacific region, the two companies announced on Thursday.
Humanity International Investments: DRC and UAE to Collaborate on Economic Cooperation, Investment, and Infrastructure as discussed at Annual Investment Meeting
The 12th edition of the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) announced today that the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the United Arab Emirates will collaborate on various projects focused on economic cooperation, investment, and infrastructure in addition to promoting humanitarian assistance efforts.
Electric Car Sales to Reach 14 million in 2023, says IEA
Electric car sales are expected to continue strongly through 2023 and more than 2.3 million electric cars were sold in the first quarter, about 25% more than in the same period last year, International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Wednesday.
Malaysia says it could stop palm oil exports to EU after new curbs
Malaysia said on Thursday it could stop exporting palm oil to the European Union in response to a new EU law aimed at protecting forests by strictly regulating sale of the product.
Exclusive: German economy ministry reviews measures to curb China business
Germany’s economy ministry is considering a raft of measures to make business with China less attractive as it seeks to reduce its dependency on Asia’s economic superpower, two people familiar with the matter told Reuters.
GLOBAL ECONOMY Factories squeezed by higher prices, weak demand
Factories across Asia and Europe struggled for momentum in July as flagging global demand and China’s strict COVID-19 restrictions slowed production, surveys showed on Monday, likely adding to fears of economies sliding into recession.
Google yet to sign up to Indonesia’s new licensing rules – ministry
Google was among the last remaining tech platforms yet to comply with Indonesia’s new licensing rules on Wednesday, ministry data showed, as a deadline loomed which may see their services temporarily blocked in the country.
Meta units agree to Indonesia tech licensing rules amid blocking threat
Meta Platforms Inc’s (META.O) Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp have signed up to Indonesia’s new licensing rules for tech firms, government records showed on Tuesday, a day ahead of a deadline to comply or risk being blocked.
